Holz Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyKanawha
Nearest CitySO. CHARLESTON
River/StreamSUGAR CAMP CR.
Coordinates38.34611, -81.69917

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height203 ft
Dam Height203 ft
Dam Length1,500 ft
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,090 acre-ft
Max Storage1,090 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area63 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeTailings
OwnerUNION CARBIDE CORPORATION-SC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/31/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV03902
Federal IDWV03902
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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